“The stone cold friends that let you keep poisoning your blood; the same friends knock you when they need poison in your blood” 🍏
British singer-songwriter, Charlie Cunningham’s sophomore album “Permanent Way” (2019) is a poignant album that tells the tale of a bittersweet growth of one's self-realization that can come with a devastating heartbreak -- toxic relationship, perhaps? This album holds a special place in my heart, much like all of Charlie's music, however this album in particular holds the theme of “just because you love someone, doesn’t mean they’re right for you”, which you may all know by now is a concept that I struggled with for nearly 6.5 years. Much like what I talked to you all about before, this album highlights how the pain of heartbreak can build your sense of understanding in what you want from a partner, and more importantly, yourself. I find that this record captures that beautifully. The vulnerability spilled in to “Permanent Way” is so moving, thank you, Charlie, for sharing these stories with us.
Also, let’s ignore the fact that I opted out of pre-ordering signed copy, since I thought I could buy one at the show and then have it signed there; but then I dipped out the second the show ended because I’m a grandma and I wanted to get home ASAP🤪🥴
Tobias Forge? His mind? Unmatchable.
In honour of Ghost dropping TWO (2) new songs last night, and the oh-so-exciting fact that I’ll be seeing them again in less than 8 days, I’ve decided to finally open my special/limited pressing of “Ceremony & Devotion” that I bought in Sweden.
“Kiss the Go-Goat” is absolutely incredible, probably my favourite Ghost 7” drop since Cirice/He-is. Tobias is making it very clear that he will never make music to appease the angry elitist metal-heads. As he’s said for years now, Ghost is HIS vision, he is the creative director, and he will always be making the music that HE wants. People constantly moaning that Ghost is “not metal” and “haven’t been heavy since Opus”? Those concerns are not of worry in the Ghost HQ. (That’s my baby, and I’m real proud).
Personally, I love the new single. My heart has always been with the mid 60s psychedelic rock music; one of my most favourite lyricists and on-stage presences is Mr.Mojo Risin, himself. Ghost is channeling the iconic Rock god with the “Kiss the Go-Goat” video and style of music; and I couldn’t be more excited for it!
Some may argue that Tobias is making Ghost too accessible for the general audience now, but what’s wrong with that? Ghost is FUN, creative, immersive, and if I can get my non-metalhead friends to look pas ttheir “look” and into the music, that’d make me so happy. For years now, I’ve been trying to get people to see the brilliance Tobias Forge is. His attention to detail, ability to constantly evolve, but not lose quality… pure genius (ok, I know I’m kissing his ass now). Nonetheless, I’m so beyond excited to hear this new song live; Also, stream the new tunes if you haven’t already, let me know what you think!
read my article on Ghost if you want to learn more about them: https://missmephistopheles.com/2019/04/06/ghost-band-history/
Ignore the stupid picture of my face, because I’m only here to talk to you about #WorldSuicidePreventionDay
Hi my name is Darya, I’m 23 (almost 24) and I struggle with suicidal thoughts thanks to my lovely friends called BPD, General Anxiety and Chronic Depression. I don’t share this for forced sympathy/empathy and pity, I share this to be part of the movement that talks about these things in order to de-stigmatize a really common issue (sadly). Now, I’ll save the long rant about how I’ve learned to get up everyday and try to accomplish trivial daily tasks like my peers, and instead get to the important part.
If you follow my account, I care about you. If you don’t follow my account, I care about you. One of the main purposes in starting an internet community had always been to create a safe, non-judgemental space where I can talk about my exhausting daily battle of fighting for my life from the demon that is mental illness. However, that doesn’t mean it’s just a safe space for me, it’s space for YOU. Whoever you are: male, female, non-identifying, teenager, full grown adult, etc. You will always have a place in my messages if you’re not feeling well and need someone to talk to.
The world is cruel enough. There are so many judgemental assholes, who will tare you down for the sake of building their own ego. I will never be one of those people, nor will I ever encourage that on my accounts. We need to work together, support each other. I’ve lost so many people to the monster of mental illness, I will not let it take anyone else around me, and I will do everything in my power to make sure of that.
Vulnerability and empathy are not a weakness, they’re a tool. Use them by TALKING about your problems. Share them on social media, if anyone that says that “you’re attention seeking” or should only post for the aesthetic of music, fashion, business, etc. FUCK THEM, they are part of the problem. Social media is a tool to connect, and it shouldn’t be limited to shallow purposes of appearing “Cool”. What’s cool is being honest with your emotions, and helping people. So let’s band together and work towards preventing more deaths, by talking and connecting.
